Pfeffingen Castle Ruins – Big Bench at Blatten Pass loop from Aesch BL

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Pfeffingen Castle Ruins – Big Bench at Blatten Pass loop from Aesch BL

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Pfeffingen Castle Ruins – Big Bench at Blatten Pass loop from Aesch BL

04:03

13.3km

430m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.37 km

Pfeffingen Castle Ruins

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The fortress was built in the 11th century and expanded in three stages from the 13th century. What remains is the mighty residential tower and a strong shield wall next to extensive remains of the wall.

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4.02 km

View of Burg Pfeffingen

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If you want to take an extraordinary photo of Pfeffingen Castle, you've come to the right place!

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5.19 km

Glögglifels

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The Glögglifels is a striking rock formation above Zwingen in the Laufental valley. It offers a beautiful view over the Birstal valley and is a popular viewpoint for short hikes. …

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6.03 km

Eggflue Viewpoint

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Magnificent view as far as France and Germany.
Many fire pits invite you to have a picnic.

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8.53 km

Big Bench at Blatten Pass

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At the Blattenpass there is a very nice barbecue area to linger.

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9.70 km

View of the ruins of Frohberg Castle from the Rebenweg

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To the right of the house with the Tschäpperli sign is also a way up to the ruins.

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10.3 km

Schalberg Waterfall

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A small waterfall before it goes to the Schalenberg cave and the castle ruins Schalenberg. Small but nice :)

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10.6 km

Vineyards in Klus Aesch

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Beautiful trail in the middle of the vineyards. Great places to stop for a drink 😉

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13.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.13 km

2.28 km

2.26 km

887 m

697 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.48 km

3.06 km

2.12 km

1.81 km

1.51 km

316 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 11 October

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Pfeffingen Castle Ruins – Big Bench at Blatten Pass loop from Aesch BL

Pfeffingen Castle Ruins

View of Burg Pfeffingen

Glögglifels

Eggflue Viewpoint

Big Bench at Blatten Pass

View of the ruins of Frohberg Castle from the Rebenweg

Schalberg Waterfall

Vineyards in Klus Aesch

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